Hi I’m new to forum, I’m a 58yr old man caring for his wife with RA and Lung condition, I was working full time and caring up until a few weeks ago when my heath crashed, GP said doing both rolls have left me exhausted.
Now I’m diagnosed with depression and anxiety,
I have sick pay for a while but really need to become a full time carer as I’m worried if I return to work I will end up back in the same state.
Is there one number you can call and get advice on the transition, work out the money side?
Checkout our main website
The first link below is to our Adviceline - you can ring or email them. They can give advice and do a benefits check for you.
The second link is to our “Upfront” guide for those new to caring
The third is a link to various benefits that you and the person you care maybe eligible for
https://www.carersuk.org/help-and-advice/talk-to-us
https://www.carersuk.org/upfront/
https://www.carersuk.org/help-and-advice/financial-support/help-with-benefits